Suppose you can get a few homeowners in a flat in Edinburgh to work together to pay to clear out their gutters. Suppose the owners of a two-in-a-block in Aberdeen decide to share the cost of a new roof survey. You haven’t just prevented stone from staining and passing through humidity, or getting clarity on …
Read more >Stakeholders in the Private Rented and Build to Rent (BTR) sectors are invited to submit written submissions to the Scottish Government by Thursday 8th December. Submissions should be sent in MS Word or PDF format to housing.legislation@gov.scot Given the severe impact that the Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act 2022 has had on investment …
Read more >Owning a tenement flat can bring many challenges and opportunities to landlords, but the ability to work together with other flat owners is key to achieving a warm, dry and sustainable building. Your property is likely to be your biggest investment, so taking the time to get to know your building and your co-owners makes …
Read more >There is no legal obligation to pay for a survey on a property you are purchasing, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t consider commissioning one. It may seem an unnecessary expense on top of an estate agent’s commission, legal fees and stamp duty, yet the cost of skipping this step – and potentially overlooking serious …
Read more >Managing Director of Macleod Lettings, Ross Macleod features on episode 65 of Lets Talk. Ross discusses what inspired him to set up his own agency, the recent renovation at their Partick office and why he believes “a well-designed office should create a pleasing workplace as well as having an injection of fun allowing your team …
Read more >Buying a property is a serious financial commitment, even more so if you’re purchasing a high-end home where there can be more at stake when you rent it out. A high-end property can be classified as a home valued over £500,000. If you’re planning on purchasing a high-value home to let, here are some key …
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